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(ok on second thoughts after testing, fox can do it, though you need to do the grab /extremely/ quickly. basically explained stuff in the article.)
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[[File:SSB64 Pikachu Jab Grab.gif|thumb|{{SSB|Pikachu}} performing a jab grab on {{SSB|Captain Falcon}}. The jab just before the grab can clearly be seen.]]
[[File:SSB64 Pikachu Jab Grab.gif|thumb|{{SSB|Pikachu}} performing a jab grab on {{SSB|Captain Falcon}}. The jab just before the grab can clearly be seen.]]
The '''jab grab''' (abbreviated "'''JG'''") is a character-specific [[:Category:Techniques|technique]] performable by {{SSB|Pikachu}} and {{SSB|Mario}} in ''[[Smash 64]]'', done by abusing the [[shield stun]] of a [[jab]]. It is performed by jabbing, and then using a [[grab]] instantly afterwards. The [[jab cancel]] must be done fast enough so that when done, the opponent is unable to go out of their shield in time and prevent the grab. Additionally, performing the grab too late will just perform another jab instead. It is a simple form of shield [[pressure]]. Interestingly, level 8-9 [[AI|computer opponents]] occasionally use this technique as well, especially with Mario. This technique is highly useful in [[competitive play]] and it is one of the main reasons why certain characters are considered so much better at pressuring, as not having this technique highly limits shield pressuring.
The '''jab grab''' (abbreviated "'''JG'''") is a character-specific [[:Category:Techniques|technique]] performable by {{SSB|Pikachu}}, {{SSB|Mario}}, and {{SSB|Fox}} in ''[[Smash 64]]'', done by abusing the [[shield stun]] of a [[jab]]. It is performed by jabbing, and then using a [[grab]] instantly afterwards. The [[jab cancel]] must be done fast enough so that when done, the opponent is unable to go out of their shield in time and prevent the grab. Additionally, performing the grab too late will just perform another jab instead. It is a simple form of shield [[pressure]], and is easier to perform with Mario and Pikachu than Fox. This is because performing the technique with Fox requires the grab to be inputted slightly quicker. Unlike with Mario and Pikachu, performing the jab grab with Fox doesn't give any indication that the jab was performed just before, though if the grab was performed first, pressing A (for the jab) would cause a [[forward throw]], which isn't the case when a successful jab grab is done.  
 
Interestingly, level 8-9 [[AI|computer opponents]] occasionally use this technique as well, especially with Mario.
 
This technique is highly useful in [[competitive play]] and it is one of the main reasons why certain characters are considered so much better at pressuring, as not having this technique highly limits shield pressuring.


The technique requires different timings against certain characters due to their varying [[OoS]] options:
The technique requires different timings against certain characters due to their varying [[OoS]] options:
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Certain characters cannot perform this technique and must use other setups instead.
Certain characters cannot perform this technique and must use other setups instead.
*{{SSB|Fox}} and Captain Falcon have potential to use this technique, as well as the characters who can perform it properly. However, this is not considered true shield pressure - rather, it is a [[mindgame]], as a grab cannot be performed immediately after the jab, meaning the user must [[read]] the opponent in order to land the grab. It is a common technique used against Falcon (particularly in Falcon dittos) and Donkey Kong, Link, and Yoshi, for reasons mentioned above, though it is impossible for Fox and Falcon to use the technique against Pikachu and Samus, as explained above.
*Captain Falcon has potential to use this technique, as well as the characters who can perform it properly. However, this is not considered true shield pressure - rather, it is a [[mindgame]], as a grab cannot be performed immediately after the jab, meaning the user must [[read]] the opponent in order to land the grab. It is a common technique used in Falcon dittos, and against Donkey Kong, Link, and Yoshi, for reasons mentioned above, though it is impossible for Falcon to use the technique against Pikachu and Samus, as explained above.
*The same idea applies to Jigglypuff, {{SSB|Luigi}}, {{SSB|Kirby}}, and {{SSB|Ness}}, but it is much less common due to their slow jabs and movement speed.
*The same idea applies to Jigglypuff, {{SSB|Luigi}}, {{SSB|Kirby}}, and {{SSB|Ness}}, but it is much less common due to their slow jabs and movement speed.
*Link has enough shield pressure to easily use this technique, but his grab is too slow.
*Link has enough shield pressure to easily use this technique, but his grab is too slow.
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